Weight Loss Challenge Weekly meeting discussion topics

Objectives of meeting discussion topics

Each weekly topic will provide the following information;

1. An Introduction to the topic

2. Some interesting" did you know facts” to begin discussion

3. One or more main discussion points, based on the key information Distributors will want customers to take away about that weeks topic

4. A Herbalife product will be presented that relates to a common customer challenge, in relation to the weekly topic

Discussion TopicsDiscussion Topics

Week one Week one -- ProteinProtein

Protein

1. Protein is made up of amino acids. When you digest food that contains protein, your body breaks the protein down into these amino acids.

2. When food is being digested the body selects the amino acids that are needed for a specific bodily functions.

3. Protein is needed to help develop and maintain muscles and organs; most of the bodies functions are reliant on there being enough protein.

What is protein, and what is its main function?

Did you know?

• If you’re short on calories, you will simply burn protein for energy, this is the reason why you shouldn’t crash diet.

• When protein is increased in the diet, the metabolic rate of our body increases, and we lose more weight.

• Eating too much animal protein results in the body losing excessive amounts of the mineral calcium, which is critical in building strong bones and teeth.

Protein

For discussion…1. Protein containing foods can be divided into two main categories

complete protein (animal sources) and incomplete proteins (plant sources). The difference being; incomplete proteins miss or do not have enough of one or more of the essential amino acids.

By combining incomplete proteins in the same meal, or even during the same day, you are providing your body with a complete protein.

This is a healthier way to ensure you are receiving enough complete protein in your diet, without eating more animal protein. Too much animal protein has health risks associated, because excess is stored in the body as toxins and fats.

2. How much protein should you eat each day? RDA = 0.8 grams or protein for every kilogram of body weight.

Your challenge – Getting enough healthy complete protein in your diet

2 servings (140grams)vs.95% LESS fat

27% MORE

protein

1 serving

Your solution – Herbalife Personalised Protein Powder F3

• Animal Protein can be high in saturated fat and cholesterol• Soy is the best source of vegetable protein as it has no fats or cholesterol. • Whey is a complete protein containing all essential amino acids.• F3 contains both soy and whey protein making it a healthy complete source of protein.

Week two Week two -- Meal Plans and SnackingMeal Plans and Snacking

Meal Planning and Snacking

1. Meal planning is deciding what you are going to eat ahead of time, with the aim of preparing a healthy, nutritious and balanced meal.

2. Snacking is a normal part of our daily diet. It makes a valuable contribution to our daily nutritional intake.

What is meal planning? What is snacking? Did you know?

• Your body can more efficiently digest small amounts of food at regular intervals, as opposed to larger amounts of food less frequently.

• Snacking is very common amongst adults as 35-55% eat food on five or more occasions throughout the day.

Meal Planning and Snacking

For discussion…

1. Experts recommend that you should consume 5 small meals a day, the reasons for this is there is less chance of you getting hungry if you eat every 3 hours.

2. It also helps to maintain blood sugar and energy levels, and resist the urge to snack on high sugary and fatty foods.

3. What are the key benefits of meal planning:• You can control your portion sizes

• You can avoid eating hidden calories

• By eating more meals at home, you will consume more nutrients

• You will save yourself time

• It is less expensive than eating out

Your challenge – avoiding unhealthy snacks

vs.

33% MORE

protein87 %

LESS fat45% LESS

calories

1 Protein Bar (Chocolate) 1 Chocolate Bar (20g)

• Chocolate is high in saturated fats and low in protein, causing an initial spike then drop in energy and hunger levels.

• Herbalife protein bars provide a balanced combination of carbohydrates and protein, which results in sustained energy release.

• Protein helps to keep you fuller for longer, which aids unnecessary unhealthy snacking between meals.

Your solution – Herbalife Protein Bars

Week three Week three -- Energy and MetabolismEnergy and Metabolism

Energy and Metabolism

1. Metabolism is the physical and chemical processes that creates and uses energy in the body.

2. The break down of the food and its transformation to energy is a function of your metabolism.

3. We receive energy from the foods we eat, measured in calories / kilojoules.

What is Energy? What is Metabolism? How are they related? Did you know?

• Basil metabolic rate (BMR) is a measure of how fast your metabolism functions and is affected by both genetic and lifestyle factors.

• Your natural body type plays a role in your BMR, if you are tall and slender you are likely to naturally have a faster metabolism than someone who is shorter and larger.

• Body composition also affects your metabolic rate, the more muscle you have, the more calories are used to maintain that muscle. So, those with more muscle mass generally have a faster metabolic rate.

Energy and Metabolism

For discussion…1. Your basil metabolic rate (BMR) accounts for approximately 50-75% of

the calories burned by an average person each day. These are burnt sustaining normal bodily functions.

2. You can influence your BMR by creating more muscle through exercising. Regular weight training is believed to boost your BMR by 15%.

3. High-intensity exercise results in both the burning calories during exercise, but also for several hours afterwards.

4. Calculate your own BMR and daily calorie expenditure using the Harris Benedict Equation http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator

Your challenge – To boost your metabolism and energy levels

• Thermo complete helps improve concentration and supports mental alertness.• Researchers suggests that having by a combination of caffeine and a green tea

extract, you will burn more calories than consuming caffeine alone.

vs.220ml of coffee = 15.4 kcal4 tables – 2 twice daily = 10.4 kcal

48% LESS

calories

Your solution – Herbalife Thermo Complete

Week four Week four -- CarbohydratesCarbohydrates

Carbohydrates

1. Carbohydrates are divided into two types, simple and complex. This classification is based on the chemical structure and reflects how quickly sugar is digested and absorbed.

2. Simple carbohydrates include sweets, candy, biscuits, cakes, pastries and refined foods like white breads, pastas, white rice and any food with added sugars.

3. Complex carbohydrates include whole grains, fruits and vegetables.

4. The human body is fuelled by glucose, all food must be converted into glucose before it can be used. Carbohydrates are more readily converted into glucose than protein or fat, and is therefore considered the bodies preferred source of fuel, and the brains essential source of fuel.

What are carbohydrates? What is their main function?Did you know?

• .The body can only store a limited amount of carbohydrates, before the balance is stored as an unusable, excess calorie.

• The average person can retain approximately 300-400 hundred grams of carbs in the muscles. Unfortunately, you cannot access those.

• The other storage site is the liver which can store 60-90 grams. This is where carbohydrates are accessible for glucose conversion. This is equivalent to about two cups of cooked pasta and it represents your total reserve capacity to keep the brain working properly.

Carbohydrates

For discussion…1. Carbohydrates should make up the bulk of your daily eating plan.

2. At least 45 - 65% of your daily calories should come from carbohydrates and every 4 out of 5 carbohydrate calories should be complex.

3. Carbohydrates with a low GI (55 or less) don't make our blood glucose levels rise very high for very long. They provide sustained energy.

4. Carbohydrates with a high GI (70 or more) are the ones that cause our blood glucose levels to go higher for longer. High blood glucose may cause damage to vital organs.

5. Where possible it is better to substitute high GI foods with low GI options in your diet, helping to provide sustained energy and avoid unhealthy snacking.

Your challenge – Helping your body convert food into energy

Your solution – Herbalife Cell Activator

• Cell Activator contains key B vitamins that can help to convert food into energy. • B vitamins are water soluble therefore are not stored by the body, it is important to

ensure your body receives the daily required intake either through increased consumption of vitamin B rich foods, or supplementation.

• Cell Activator also helps support energy metabolism and production.

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Week five Week five -- Nutrition LabelsNutrition Labels

Nutrition Labels

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What is GDA? What is its function?

1. Guideline Daily Amounts (GDAs) are a European guideline for how much energy and key nutrients are needed for a balanced diet.

2. Developed by industry bodies, they are recommendations for an average adult of healthy weight, with an average level of exercise.

Nutrition Labels

1. Serving size

The size of the serving on the food package influences the number of calories and all the nutrient amounts listed on the top part of the label. It is important to pay attention to the serving size, especially how many servings there are in the food package. Then ask yourself, "How many servings am I consuming?

2. Calories and calories from fat

A general Guide to Calories

40 Calories is low

100 Calories is moderate

400 Calories or more is highThis guide is based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

3. & 4. The nutrients

Identifies key nutrients that impact on health. The green section identifies nutrients that should be limited. Eating too much fats, saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol or sodium may increase your risk of chronic diseases.

The blue section identifies nutrients you need to get enough of as they improve your heath, and help reduce the risk of some diseases and conditions.

5. The footnote at the bottom

Note the * used after the heading % Daily Value on the Nutrition Facts label. It refers to the Footnote in the lower part of the nutrition label, which tells you % DVs are based on a 2,000 and 2,500 calorie a day diet.

For discussion…

Your challenge – Getting enough healthy fats in your diet

Recommended 1-3 tablets three times a day One serving

82% MORE Omega-3

• Omega-3 is not produced by the body.• Today’s typical diet is deficient in Omega-3.• For the Omega-6 you consume you need same amount Omega-3.

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Your solution – Herbalife Herbalifeline

Week six Week six -- Digestive HealthDigestive Health

Digestive Health

1. The main function of the digestive system is to process food that is consumed in order to provide the body with calories for energy and nutrients.

2. A healthy digestive system will not cause any issues, this is why most of us do not know what is going on in the inside.

3. Our digestive system is like a miniature factory, made up of a complex series of organs; the mouth, the gullet, the stomach, the small intestines, the pancreas, the liver and the gall bladder.

What is Digestive Health? What is its main function? Did you know?

• There is more bacteria in your colon than there is on humans on this planet!

• There are about 60 kinds of good bacteria that are responsible for synthesising vital nutrients from foods, maintaining a good pH balance in the gut, and containing harmful bacteria to prevent them from spreading throughout the body.

• Supporting your bodies ability to absorb nutrients and eliminate toxins can help with weight management efforts.

Digestive Health

1. The digestive system can go wrong in many different ways, it will usually send you out signals these include; abdominal pain, changes in bowel habit, vomiting and nausea. Due to our modern lifestyles it is very common for the digestive system to become upset.

2. There are some simple steps you can take to help aid healthy digestion.– Eating a balanced and varied diet more fruit, vegetables, starchy, fibre rich foods and

less processed, fatty, sugary and foods high in salt.

– Feed those healthy bacteria; prebiotics are foods which help stimulate the growth of good bacteria in the gut.

– Foods containing fibre act as a laxative which prevents constipation.

– Maintain a healthy weight; Excess weight can effect the digestive system. Excess fat around the midriff puts pressure on the stomach, which can push food already mixed with stomach acid back into the gullet.

For discussion…

Your challenge – Helping to aid your digestive health

vs.Two slices of white bread (88g) = 8% RDARecommended 1-3 tablets, three

times a day = 17.8% RDA

78% MORE

Fibre

• Fibre helps to maintain intestinal health, and a healthy digestive system.• Dietary fibre promotes bowel regularity and helps maintain colonic function.• Dietary fibre can assist the removal of wastes from the body.

Your solution – Herbalife Florafibre

Week seven Week seven -- Dining OutDining Out

Dining Out

1. Make careful menu selections - avoid dishes that are labelled deep-fried, battered, breaded, creamy, crispy, or scalloped instead go for steamed, baked, roasted, boiled, wine sauce, grilled and stir fried.

2. Try to drink water with your meal - alcoholic drinks can be the source of many additional calories.

3. Watch your portion size - choose smaller portion sizes, try ordering two starters or a soup and salad instead of a main, spilt a large meal with a companion.

4. Think of the big picture - moderation is key, planning ahead can help you relax and enjoy your dining out experience while maintaining good nutrition and control.

Important things to remember when dinning out:

Did you know?

• Despite the recession consumers are still eating out, but have reduced their average spend when they do so by going to cheaper outlets. www.eatoutmagazine.co.uk

• People in the UK spend £1,430m a year on takeaways www.news.bbc.co.uk

• Healthy eating when dining out is even more important at the start of the week than the end, as at the end of the week enjoyment becomes more important for consumers .

Dining Out

For discussion…

Quarter Pounder, large fries, 16 oz drink

Hamburger, small fries, 16 oz drink

This meal: Your RDA:

1,166 calories 2,000-2,500 calories

51 g fat no more than 70-95 g

95 mg cholesterol no more than 300 mg

1,450 mg sodium no more than 1,100-3,300 mg

This meal: Your RDA:

481 calories 2,000-2,500 calories

19 g fat no more than 70-95 g

30 mg cholesterol no more than 300 mg

665 mg sodium no more than 1,100-3,300 mg

1. When deciding on fast food meal options, it is important to consider the following GDA factors;

– Calories; for women 2,000 calories, for men 2,500 calories per day

– Fat; women 70g, men 95g

– Percentage of calories from fat; is calculated by multiplying the grams of fat by nine (there are nine calories per gram of fat), then dividing the calories of fat by the total number of calories in the food.

– Cholesterol; no more than 300 milligrams of cholesterol per day.

– Salt; a maximum of 1/2 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.

2. These two meals look very similar, but are very different in terms of nutritional value. It is important to check nutritional contents of food when dining out.

Week eight Week eight -- FibreFibre

Fibre

1. Fibre a complex carbohydrate that cannot be digested and absorbed by the body. It is found mainly in the outer layers of plants.

2. There are two different types of fibre both are essential in your diet.

3. Soluble fibre – absorbs water, swelling in the stomach, benefits blood sugar regulation and helps to manage cholesterol levels.

4. Insoluble fibre – passes through the digestive system relatively intact and aids bowel movements, excretion of wastes and toxins from the body.

5. The main function of fibre is to keep the digestive system healthy and functioning properly.

What is fibre? What is its main function?Did you know?

• Insoluble fibre is important in the prevention of diseases such as cancers, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.

• Soluble fibre slows digestion and the sudden release of energy, specifically from carbohydrates into the bloodstream – helping maintain stable sugar levels.

• Another benefit of fibre is that it makes you feel full, which can help people control their appetite if they are trying lose excess weight.

Fibre

For discussion…

1. In the UK most people eat far too little fibre, the average person eats just 12g per day - it is not surprising then that one to two in every 10 people suffer from constipation www.netdoctor.co.uk

2. Because all high fibre foods are more filling than their fibre depleted counterparts, they also slow down the speed at which your stomach empties, this is how fibre helps you to feel fuller for longer.

3. How much fibre should you have each day?The recommended daily fibre intake for adults is between 25 - 30g

Your challenge – Helping your body eliminate toxins

vs.1-2 tablets taken 3 times a day = 2.37g Serving size, 154g = 1.5g

37% MORE Fibre

Your solution – Herbalife Fibrebond

• Fibrebond helps to dissolve fat that you consume in your food.• It is a scientifically advanced formula is derived from all-natural ingredients and is

designed to aid safe and effective weight-control.

Week nine Week nine -- SugarSugar

Sugar

What is sugar? What is its main function?

1. Sugar is a white crystalline carbohydrate.

2. It is found naturally in most plants, but especially in sugarcane

3. Sucrose, is produced from extracting sugar from sugar beets or sugarcane (table sugar used on cereals is an example of this type of sugar)

4. Fructose, is the sugar found naturally occurring in fruits

5. Lactose, is the sugar found naturally occurring in milk

6. All sugars end up in the bloodstream in the form of glucose, this is the form of sugar that our body uses for energy.

Did you know?

• Added sugars (not naturally occurring ones i.e sucrose) are considered to be ‘empty calories’ as they provide the body with calories which are converted into energy but with no vitamins and minerals.

• You should aim to consume your sugars naturally, fresh whole fruit, vegetables, milk and diary products.

Sugar

For discussion…

2. How much sugar should you eat each day?

Both added and naturally occurring sugars shouldn’t make up more than 10% of the energy we get from food and drink each day.This is roughly 70g for men and 50g for women.

1. Remember you can check whether foods are high in sugar by looking at the label, under ‘carbohydrates, of which sugars’ use the quick guide below:

High = more than 15g sugars per 100g Low = 5g sugars or less per 100g

Your challenge - Having a healthy breakfast or meal alternative

Your solution – Herbalife Formula 1

vs.25g portion with 250ml semi-skim milk. Non-fat milk latte and carrot

cinnamon and raisin muffin.

147% LESS sugar

129% LESS

calories

Week ten Week ten -- ExerciseExercise

Exercise

Why is exercising so important?

1. Regular weight bearing and aerobic activities help to sustain bone health and build and maintain strong muscles.

2. Exercise not only makes you physically fitter, it also improves your mental health and general sense of wellbeing.

3. Doing exercise can help manage weight – excess calories are stored as fat, so you put on weight when you eat more calories than you use.

Did you know?

• People who lead an active lifestyle are less likely to suffer from illness and more likely to live longer.

• Exercise can reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Inactive people almost double the risk of dying from heart disease compared with people who are active.

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Exercise

For discussion…

1. The average adult needs to do at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day, on five or more days of the week.

2. You don’t need to spend hours at the gym to achieve this. You can increase your activity levels by making simple changes in your daily routine.

3. The table to the right gives you an idea of how you can incorporate common chores into your daily exercise regime.

Your challenge – Keeping your body fuelled for exercise

1 sachet, 37g mixed with water vs. 1 serving 500ml

Isomaltulose for

long lasting energy

Your solution – Herbalife H3O Pro™ Isotonic Drink

• The body loses electrolytes through exercise that water alone cannot replace.• H3O Pro combines electrolytes, natural carbohydrates and vitamins to keep you

energised before, during and after training.

Week eleven Week eleven -- Heart HealthHeart Health

Heart Health

What is heart health? How does it effect you?

1. Heart Health “Cardiovascular Health” refers to health of the heart as well as the blood vessels.

2. It is important to have proper blood supply to various organs to maintain good health.

3. Cardiovascular diseases are caused by hardening of the arteries, and are common in the Western world these are angina – chest pains, heart disease, stroke and heart attacks.

Did you know?

• Cardiovascular decease kills more people in the UK than any other condition – why?

– Diets are too high in fat

– Tendencies to eat lots of salt, which raises blood pressure

– Low levels of exercise

– The effect of smoking

– A high rate of obesity

Heart Health

For discussion…

1. Seven out of ten adults do not do enough exercise, which is the single worst risk factor for heart disease for both men and women. Being physically active half's your risk of heart disease

2. Diet is the second biggest contributing factor for heart health. A healthy balanced diet of protein, unsaturated fats, carbohydrates, vegetables and fruit which is low in saturated fat, salt and sugar is ideal.

3. Both diet and exercise aid heart health as it helps to lower blood pressure; increases good HDL cholesterol that transports fat away from the arteries and back to the liver for processing, reduces levels of bad LDL cholesterol that can form fatty deposits in the arteries and contribute to heart disease. It improves circulation, increases fat loss, increases weight loss and builds muscle mass.

• Niteworks contains L-Arginine which is essential amino acid known to promote blood circulation when used in combination with a balanced varied diet and regular exercise.

• It promotes Nitric Oxide production which in turn promotes good cardiovascular circulation, relaxes and widens arteries and improves the blood flow to all organs.

Your challenge – Maximise your heart health

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Proving, Testing and Providing Powerful Results

Niteworks® helped increase the anaerobic threshold (the point exhaustion typically sets in) in the older male

cyclists leading to an improvement in exercise performance

If people can increase their anaerobic threshold, then they can exercise longer, improve their

performance which may mean better fitness and healthier lives

Niteworks® supports nitric oxide production in ageing people

1. Clinical trials to demonstrate the science behind our products

2. The results were published in the journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition in March 2010

Week twelve Week twelve -- Long Term WellnessLong Term Wellness

Long Term Wellness

Once you have a foundation and basic understanding of what the nutrition principles are, it becomes easier to adapt changes into your lifestyle for long term wellness.

1. Diet – East a balanced and varied diet, healthy protein, fruit and vegetables, fibre and healthy fats.

2. Exercise – Participate in physical activity for 30 minutes a day at least five times a week.

3. Hydration – Drinks 2 litre of water every day.

Remember; everything in moderation and to never give up!

The HerbalifeThe Herbalife ®® Solution for Solution for long term wellnesslong term wellness

The Herbalife® Solution

Balanced caloriesOnly 220 calories per shake

Balanced nutrients100% of your RDA

Balanced proteinSoy protein and plant-based carbohydrates, to keep you feeling fuller for longer

Your Daily Nutrition Formula 1 Formula 2Fibre and Herb

Proving, Testing and Providing Powerful Results

1. Clinical trials to demonstrate the science behind our products

2. 3 studies on F1, PPP and the power of protein (in Germany, USA, Korea)

3. In Germany:

“Drinking protein-enriched meal replacement shakes lead to more effective weight-management than limiting calories alone”

“64% of those in the high protein group were considered to be at much lower risk of common health problems associated with being over-weight, compared with 41% who consumed the standard amount of protein”

AppendixAppendix

The human body needs a lot to be healthy

Protein to help build and maintain lean muscle mass

Unsaturated fats to achieve and maintain a healthy heart

Carbohydrates provide the body's main source of energy Fibre to support the

body’s natural elimination ofwaste and toxins

Omega 3 fatty acids for healthy heart, brain and healthy function of eyes, skin, joints, hair and immune system

Vitamins & minerals for growth and development

Water for hydration

Exercise & relaxation for a healthy heart

Calories to give the body its energy

Poor nutrition is causing unhealthy trends

Weight management problems

Increasing obesity

Very poor lifestyles

Nutritionally poor food, excess calories and sedentary lifestyles contribute towards these trends.

People are not getting the right nutrients because of ‘excessive’ alternatives

A quick lunch

Fast food that delivers higher calories, fats, salt in no time

Breakfast ‘on the go’

The coffee experience to ‘enjoy’ that is high in calories and provide no major contribution to vitamins & minerals

The chocolate addiction that is ready made with high calories, fats, sugar

• Sugar• Salt• Alcohol• Tobacco• Fats• Chemicals

• Protein• Vegetable

Protein• Vitamins• Minerals• Micronutrients

• Fibre• Amino Acids• Complex Carbs• Botanical Factors• Water

• Pesticides• Artificial Colours• Preservatives• Pollution• HormonesExcess

Deficiency

People are getting “Imbalanced Nutrition”